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Excel Taekwondo Center
- Patience
- Respect
- Confidence
“The classes are well organized and the teachers are very patient with the little ones but strike a perfect balance with teaching them discipline and focus.”
Best Karate Classes near Monterey Park, CA
1 of these schools is based in Monterey Park; the others serve Monterey Park from towns including Los Angeles (16 mi), Glendale (11 mi) and Lakewood (14 mi).
18 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Ancient Arts: Kuk Sool Kwan Hapkido HQ
- Studio
- Curriculum
- Meditation
“This school has a broad curriculum covering hard and soft sides of the martial art, as well as other supporting teachings such as meditation, pressure points and history.”
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US Kung Fu Center 美国少林功夫中心
“Discipline, performing in front of people, self defense skills.”
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Zacharatos Karate Kickboxing/Mma & Soccer
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Shaolin American Self Defense Academy
“While we as parents are stressing to our children to have good character at home, it's nice to know that same positive directive is being echoed during classes.”
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Prestige Martial Arts
- Confidence
- Respect
- Son
“Nam we know him for long time he's a great coach even my kids like him how he teaches them and he teaches very nice technical way of learning self defensive so I recommend this place.”
Karate schools listed for Monterey Park, CA fill the 24 cards on this page. The style each one teaches, its junior classes and its grading schedule are taken from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Monterey Park, CA
23 of the 24 schools on this page have a rating, from 4.4 to 5.0 across 945 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), communication (85%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 17 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 16 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
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An email address is published by 16 of the 24 schools here. Email suits the awkward questions: which style is taught, who takes the junior class, what a trial involves. You get an answer you can reread, rather than a hurried call while a class is running.
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1st Class Martial Arts
“The caring, professional, and energetic staff teaches life and character skills that mold students into confident, secure, disciplined, and self-controlled individuals.”
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Inspire Martial Arts & Fitness
- Positive Attitude
- Classes
- Kickboxing
“Master Winkle and his staff are amongst a small percentage of schools across the US that deliver high quality martial arts instruction combined with unparalleled customer service.”
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Crescent Moon Karate
- Motivated
- Learning
- Respect
“If you have an active child with special needs and you are just not sure on what activity to choose, book a free introductory class with the dojo and you will not regret.”
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Silva Taekwondo
“Having trained at another dojang (training facility), I knew what a quality gym looked like: proper technique, Olympic-style (WTF), good conditioning methods, clean and good equipment/facilities, knowlegable teachers, and professionalism.”
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Bejanian Martial Arts
“Very thankful for the efforts every instructor makes day in and day out in order to make sure every single kid learns the true meaning of Martial Arts.”
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Martial Arts Training Alliance
- Karate
- Sensei
“Once you meet Vince, Roger and the other coaches you know you're in the right spot.”
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Rokah Karate
“Rokah is an extraordinary place to study traditional karate and both Avi and Ruth Rokah had put their hearts and souls into their exceptional karate program.”
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Jeff Speakman's Kenpo Pasadena
“My son just got his black belt on Tiny tigers program and we are happy to continue to see him growing, learning and evolving in this fantastic karate jorney.”
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Longevity Martial Arts Centers
- Belt
- Discipline
- Learned
“I signed my granddaughter up with the Black Belt Kids organization to build her confidence and social skills, Sensei James did a great job working with her.”
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Kali USA Martial Arts School
- Community
- Leadership
- Skills
“For seven years this dojo has taught me many skills and habits that will follow me to adulthood, throughout the curriculum I have learned discipline, loyalty, respect, and what it's like to be apart of a community feels like.”
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Tema
- Respect
- Discipline
- Learn
“Master Yoo makes each lesson so fun while challenging his students mentally and physically-frequently reminding his students that “anything is possible!”
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Gracie Barra Whittier
- Energy
- Environment
- Train
“It is a great way to get in shape, and get involved with like-minded people in a fun, clean and family friendly environment where training and healthy lifestyle are the main focus.”
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Kaizen Dojo
- Students
- Martial Arts
- Kids
“I cannot speak for the training itself as I have not trained here yet, but I am completely amazed by the professionalism and courtesy the owner has displayed during recent correspondence.”
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Villari's Martial Arts Center
- Learn
- Karate
“Interested in learning Martial Arts, this is a very good place to start”
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Freedom Martial Arts & Fitness
“My six year old loved it from the start and to my unexpected delight, it's been a great boost of confidence and coordination for my nine year with mild cerebral palsy.”
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Power of One Martial Arts-Lakewood
“The Bennett family and other instructors is this place is wonderful, caring, motivated and no matter what the situation maybe they are always there to help.”
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Gridlock Academy -Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense Boxing
- Self-Defense
- Bullying
- Discipline
“I would highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to have their child develop good social skills, self-confidence, the ability to defend themselves and get tired.”
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Kdmma Mixed Martial Arts Academy
“Karen is a fantastic teacher, one of the best grapplers in the world, and an accomplished mixed martial arts fighter who has been on the biggest stage UFC/WEC.”
Karate Training Services in Monterey Park, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$81
Maximum cost
$375
National Average
$107
Avg Per Hour Rates
$49
$86
$193
Typical price range is based on 537 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Monterey Park
- “Sensei Ford is fantastic with children! All of the instructors at the Kaizen Dojo take part in teaching students to be safer and more confident, and are extremely patient, kind, and generous with their knowledge.” — from a review of Kaizen Dojo
- “Through this dojo he has blossomed and has confidence, respect for himself and others and yet at the same time he has stayed humble and kind.” — from a review of Rokah Karate
- “My kids have been in the program for almost 3 years now and it has been amazing watching them grow their karate skills and develop an attitude of respect, discipline, and self-confidence.” — from a review of Jeff Speakman's Kenpo Pasadena
- “Grandson has been studying here for 4 years and not only has learned karate but has grown in confidence.” — from a review of 1st Class Martial Arts
- “Coaches Jorge and Maria are also excellent. We've seen the improvement in our girls in the months they've been training and feel confident that they'll be able to defend themselves if the need ever arises.” — from a review of Gridlock Academy -Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense Boxing
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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